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Obama Plans Martha's Vineyard Birthday Bash Amid COVID Concerns
Former President Obama is hosting a 60th birthday party for himself and 700 guests on Martha's Vineyard despite growing COVID-19 cases.

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Former President Obama is hosting a 60th birthday party for himself and 700 guests on Martha's Vineyard despite growing COVID-19 cases.

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